At the same time, the soil PH can be addressed only if testing is done. PH is the acidity or alkalinity of a substance, like soil. Most micro and macro elements re found in slightly acidity to neutral soils, hence high yields.

In the SoilCares and OLX partnership, Kilimo Smart shops have been opened in Nyandarua and Nakuru to deliver the laboratory services in real time.

OLX manager Peter Ndiang’gui said the expansion will continue into food basket zones.

The shops were preceded by a short message service market for Irish potato farmers.